Who do you want to be?
"Who Do You Want to Be?" is a podcast that speaks to women, especially mums, who are ready to explore their potential and find clarity in a tech-driven world. Each week, we dive into conversations at the intersection of AI and humanity, offering practical strategies and reflective stories to help you thrive personally and professionally. From designing your future self to building resilience, this podcast is your companion in embracing change and staying ahead. Join a community of like-minded women committed to intentional growth and transformation. Ready to step into who you want to be? Let’s begin this journey together.
Who do you want to be?
Episode 26: Is AI making us lazy? A deep dive into what an MIT study says
In this episode of Who Do You Want to Be?, we dive into a controversial new study from MIT that suggests using AI like ChatGPT might be making us mentally lazier.
Sabine and Abha unpack the study’s methods, results, and limitations—while sharing a deeper perspective on how tools like AI can both hinder and enhance our cognitive growth.
Together, they explore what it means to truly learn in an AI-first world, the science of neural connectivity, and how to use AI without switching off your brain.
It’s not about rejecting tech—it’s about being intentional with it. Because at the end of the day, who do you want to be—someone who thinks critically, or someone who lets the machine do all the thinking?
What we cover:
- What the MIT study really says about AI and learning
- How your brain builds neural pathways (and why that matters)
- The difference between consuming and truly understanding
- Practical tips to stay sharp while using AI tools
This week, challenge yourself: when reaching for ChatGPT, ask—am I using this to enhance my thinking or replace it?
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